Anime Review~ Haikyu!! The Dumpster Battle~They didn't come to play, they came to write history with their hearts.(Crow vs Cat)

I hope you are doing well. I am also doing well. As always, I have brought you a new anime movie review today. This is my fifth anime review. The anime movie I am reviewing with you today is called "Haikyu!! The Dumpster Battle". From here, I will review everything I liked and disliked with you. A match, a court and two teams. Karasuno vs Nekoma is an extraordinary fight between the two. This was no ordinary volleyball match. Everything here was driven by heart and emotion. Here I noticed friendship, rivalry and respect. This is the extraordinary creation of Haruichi Furudate and Susumu Mitsunaka. I hope you will like today's review and if you like it, you must comment.

Story Summary

"Haikyuu!! The Dumpster Battle" is an anime movie that has left a deep impression on the audience. One of the most important matches in this city is the fierce clash between Karasuno High and Nekoma High. The most important and interesting thing is that this match is known as the Dumpster Battle. It was both a fierce battle and the culmination of a rivalry that had been going on for years between the two teams. Among the audience and everyone, it was a symbol of a clash between a crow and a cat. Here, Karasuno was considered the crow and Nekoma was considered the cat.

The people who follow this movie are Hinata Shoyo and Kageyama Tobio. They quickly increase their skills. They want to establish their performance and superiority while leading Karasuno against the Nekoma defense force. This was led by Kenma Kozume and Tetsuro Kuru. Here you can feel the breathtaking atmosphere and many emotional moments. The game remains not just a game, but a vehicle for friendship and determination within a team.

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Neither team wants to give up. Most importantly, there is a lot of good and important tactical depth on display. Here, Kenma, who is well-known for his sense of the game, challenges Hinata's speed and agility. Kururu's leadership and tactical blocks are one of the most important things to test Karasuno's offensive coordination. When the match was very exciting, the animation spectacularly captured every aspect such as spikes, digs and rallies. Which can easily attract the audience. The most important thing to observe here is that the result is not just about winning or losing. Here, the result is about proving their evolution as players and individuals which is very important. This anime movie presents the thrill and interesting story of volleyball. It will be especially liked by action lovers.

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My Review

"Haikyuu!! The Dumpster Battle" is one of my favorite anime movies. I say it's a favorite anime movie because it's not just a story about a volleyball match, it's a reflection of an extraordinary action journey. Which really touched my heart. What I noticed while watching this movie is that the movie doesn't just show the exciting moments of playing volleyball, but I also saw the depth of the psychology, morale, and relationships of the players. Which are completely different from other sports anime.

What I like from the very beginning is the gorgeous animation of Production I.G. that not only me but anyone will like to see. Every spike block or dive comes alive in front of my eyes. Here, not only the speed of the game but also the facial expressions of the heroes and the tense situation are portrayed so delicately that anyone will like it. The use of the camera here is very excellent. Sometimes there are close-ups, sometimes panning shots, and sometimes shots from behind of running players that will impress you. All of these will make you see the Haikyuu!! series as different from others.

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The biggest attraction here is the relationship and competition between the characters. I liked the character of Kenma Kozume the most. His cold, rational mind and his skillful thinking about the game create a wonderful contrast with Hinata's fiery passion, which is very important. One thing that is very clear here is Kenma's character development. He puts his physical fatigue behind him and tries his best to move the team forward. Which is not only a quality of a good player but also a good character. On the other hand, the cold war or psychological battle that Kuru and Tsukishima have near the net continues. I think their fight was not just a fight of the game but a battle of wits, which is able to double the excitement of the game.

This is an emotional anime movie. The game that takes place here is not just for winning, but it is very important as a result of friendship and hard work. This anime movie has created an emotional story with success and failure. Seeing this, I felt that it was a very fluent story that was able to make a place in the audience's mind. Interestingly, I noticed that the use of the soundtrack made this emotion even more intense, for example, the climactic moments. I think this film is a dream come true for fans of the Haikyuu series. The frenzy, teamwork, and the control of the pursuit of excellence are all fully expressed here. The movie presents both the excitement of playing volleyball and the depth of the characters remarkably.

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Finally, I want to say that Haikyuu!! The Dumpster Battle is not just a volleyball game related anime movie. I think it was an emotional journey for me where I found a wonderful story of the excitement of sports and the sincerity of people coming together. I think it will undoubtedly make a significant place in the history of sports anime.

In the end, what I learned from this is,
Anything impossible can be achieved by utilizing the power of teamwork. Morale and perseverance are very important for us. Any difficult task can be made easy if strategy and patience are important.

Details & Trailer

Name of Anime	Haikyu!! The Dumpster Battle
Release date	February 16, 2024
Writer	Haruichi Furudate, Susumu Mitsunaka
Director	Susumu Mitsunaka, Jonathan Rigg
IMDb rating	7.7/10

The trailer for the "Haikyu!! The Dumpster Battle" anime movie shows a thrilling and emotional story. The trailer shows a young woman's life changing mysteriously. In the beginning, we see a peaceful family environment. But gradually that environment does not remain peaceful, it is filled with uncertainty and anxiety. Here we see the horror of screaming in the dark of night. And the beauty of the story can be felt through this trailer. This trailer gives an idea of ​​what the story could be like. The background music and camera movement throughout the trailer convey a different feeling within the viewer. Overall, anyone who watches the trailer will understand that this anime movie is a thriller content.

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